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TCPy or 3,5,6-trichloro-2-pyridinol is a metabolite of chlorpyrifos and chlorpyrifos-methyl, both organophosphate insecticides. A study in Massachusetts has been shown in urinary tests to lower testosterone levels in men.[1] According to this source, exposure is "widespread" and of "potential public health importance".

  1. ^ Exposure to Nonpersistent Insecticides and Male Reproductive Hormones
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